Safety and Advisory Symbols
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DANGER: This indicates a hazardous situation, which if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
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WARNING: This indicates a situation where failure to follow instructions
may be a safety hazard or cause equipment malfunction. Use extreme
caution and follow instructions carefully.
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NOTE: This indicates information particularly important for optimal
system operation. Follow instructions carefully.
Safety Instructions
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DANGER: Risk of electric shock. Risk of re. Only qualied electricians
should install, troubleshoot, or replace the AC Battery.
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DANGER: Risk of re or explosion. Only qualied personnel, using
personal protective equipment (PPE) should transport or handle the AC
Battery.
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DANGER: Risk of re. During use, when stored, or during transport, keep
the AC Battery in an area that is well ventilated and protected from the
elements, where ambient temperature is between -20° C and 50° C, and
where relative humidity is between 5 and 95 percent.
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DANGER: Risk of re. If the AC Battery generates smoke, remove AC
power from the Enphase System so that charging/discharging stops.
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DANGER: Risk of re. In case of re, use a standard or carbon dioxide
re extinguisher to put out the re. See “In case of re” above.
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DANGER: Risk of electric shock. Risk of re. Do not attempt to repair
the AC Battery; it contains no user-serviceable parts. Tampering with
or opening the AC Battery will void the warranty. Warranty void if en-
closure removed. If the AC Battery fails, contact your solar installation
professional.
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DANGER: Risk of electric shock. Do not use Enphase equipment in a
manner not specied by the manufacturer. Doing so may cause death
or injury to persons, or damage to equipment.
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DANGER: Risk of re. Do not allow or place ammable, sparking, or
explosive items near the AC Battery.
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WARNING: Risk of equipment damage. During use, storage, transport,
or installation, always keep the AC Battery in an upright position.
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WARNING: Before installing or using the AC Battery, read all instruc-
tions and cautionary markings in the technical description and on the
equipment.
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WARNING: Do not install or use the AC Battery if it has been damaged
in any way.
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WARNING: Do not sit on, place objects on, or insert objects into the AC
Battery.
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WARNING: The AC Battery is not waterproof. Do not place beverages or
liquid containers on top of the AC Battery. Do not expose the AC Battery
to liquids or ooding.
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WARNING: Damage to the battery can occur from over-discharge. While
in storage, the AC Battery will discharge. If the battery state of charge
falls below 0%, the AC Battery can be damaged or destroyed. Because
of this, the AC Battery must only be stored a limited amount of time.
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The battery must be
must be installed and energized by the “Must
Energize By” date on the shipping box label
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The battery must have a charge state of at least 30% when
placed in storage.
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A new AC Battery can be stored a maximum of six months.
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After six months, the battery must be installed and/or charged.
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If the AC Battery has already been installed, a maximum storage
duration of two months is allowed.
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When placing the AC Battery in storage, ensure that the DC connector
is unplugged.
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NOTE: Protection against lightning and resulting voltage surge must be
in accordance with local standards.
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NOTE: Using unapproved attachments or accessories could result in
damage or injury.
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NOTE: To ensure optimal reliability and to meet warranty requirements,
the AC Battery must be installed and/or stored according to the instruc-
tions in the Enphase AC Battery Installation Manual.
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NOTE: The AC Battery is compatible only with the Envoy-S Metered
communications gateway, which is required for operation of the AC
Battery. Earlier versions of the Enphase Envoy communications gate-
way, and non-metered gateways are incompatible.
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NOTE: When stored, the AC Battery is not connected to the grid and no
automatic charge of the battery is possible.
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NOTE: Never leave the battery on its back for more than ve minutes.
The battery cells are meant to be in the upright position.
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NOTE: During use, storage, and transport, keep the AC Battery:
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Properly ventilated
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Away from water, other liquids, heat, sparks, and direct sunlight
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Away from excessive dust, corrosive and explosive gases, and oil
smoke
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Away from direct exposure to gas exhaust, such as from motor
vehicles
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Free of vibrations
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Away from falling or moving objects, including motor vehicles
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At an elevation of fewer than 2,000m above sea-level
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In a location compliant with re safety regulations (has a smoke
detector)
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In a location compliant with local building codes and standards
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
This guide contains important instructions that you must follow. Failing to follow any of these instructions voids the
warranty (enphase.com/warranty).
In Case of Fire or Other Emergency
In all cases:
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Contact the re department or other required emergency response team.
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Evacuate the area.
In case of re:
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When safe, use a re extinguisher. Suitable types are A, B, and C dry
chemical re extinguishers. Additional extinguishing media include carbon
dioxide or alcohol-resistant foams.
In case of ooding:
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Stay out of water if any part of the AC Battery or wiring is submerged.
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Let the area dry completely before use.
In case of unusual noise, smell or smoke:
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Ensure nothing is in contact with the AC Battery or in the venting area on top
of the AC Battery.
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Ventilate the room.
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Contact your solar installation professional.
Safety Instructions, continued
SAFETY
Environmental Protection
ELECTRONIC DEVICE: DO NOT THROW AWAY. Waste
electrical products should not be disposed of with
household waste. Proper disposal of batteries is
required. Refer to your local codes for disposal
requirements.